Position: Human Resource Associate

Place of work: Masoro-Rulindo

Department: Human Resource and Social Impact

Reports to: Human Resource and Social Impact Manager

Abahizi CBC is a for-profit social enterprise based in Masoro, Rulindo, Rwanda. It is Rwanda’s premiere handbag manufacturing partner providing high-quality products to the global fashion industry with a social commitment to empower its employees and transform their community. To date, Abahizi CBC has worked exclusively with Kate Spade New York, a global fashion brand and is currently expanding its customer base.

We are driven by our social commitment to uplift the livelihoods of our employees and transform the community in which we serve. As over 90% of our employees are women, we exist to create a world in which women’s rights and empowerment are respected and our everyday activities prioritize these.

The Human Resources Associate at Abahizi CBC will play an instrumental role in supporting the Human Resources Manager as a key person in the recruitment, training, Human Resources operations, and performance review management processes as required by the company.

Roles And Responsibilities Recruitment:

• Support the Human Resources Manager in managing the candidate recruitment life cycle for roles ensuring good candidate experience throughout the process.
• Support in developing and managing recruitment materials, such as job descriptions, job advertisements etc
• Develop and maintain the recruitment database and documentation.

Onboarding:

• Develop onboarding plans for new hires and assist in the execution of the onboarding plans.

Training and Employee Development:

• Support the HR manager in identifying training and professional development needs for employees
• Coordinate employee training and development sessions including scheduling training sessions and tracking employee training records onsite.
• Evaluate impact of trainings provided

Performance Management:

• Support HR projects and initiatives, contributing to process improvements and compliance efforts.
• Own the implementation of performance management systems for the employees, to ensure continuous feedback, goal setting, and regular check-ins and performance reviews.

HR Ops & Team Admin Support:

• Own and manage HR operational aspects such as people-related reporting and administration of benefits (e.g., medical insurance).
• Act as an advocate for employees balanced with business goals and objectives.
• Support the Human Resources manager in the implementation of the HR policy.
• Maintain custody of updated and accurate employee general HR records in a confidential and secure manner, in full compliance with statutory requirements and regulations.
• Manage employees’ missions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.
• Support the Human Resources manager as required and provide general administrative support to the HR team.

Culture:

• Support, and execute well-being programs to foster employee engagement and build the organizational culture at Abahizi CBC
• Partner with department managers in advancing company culture which may include team building events, etc.

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource management, social sciences or any other related field.
• Experience of at least two years in a similar position.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. French would be a plus.
• Good understanding of the Rwandan labor law and practices.
• Experience in fostering a positive working environment.
• Experience in a diverse and inclusive work environment, and the ability to adapt to change and contribute innovative ideas.

Other experience and additional competences:

• Ability to build effective relationships within a team.
• Problem solving.
• Results oriented.
• Empathy and ability to enforce company regulations.
• Teamwork and collaborative skills.
• Integrity.
• Work ethic.
• Ability to provide feedback.
• Ability to work in a factory setting.
• Ability to provide advice.
• Passionate about employee well being and community development